Description

These colourful handmade and hand painted string puppets are one of the finest examples of the most ancient and popular form of folk entertainment. Indian traditional home decor string puppets or kathputli of Rajasthan’s are one of the most vibrant aspects of Indian culture. The art of puppeteering has a long tradition in Rajasthan, but the puppets themselves are fairly simple creations. Mostly, they consist of painted wooden heads draped with dresses made from old fabrics and sequined for charm.

The most quaint aspect of these puppets is the way their expressions are painted, large expressive eyes with arched eyebrows, and a curling moustache for men, or a nose ring for the women. The faces are usually painted yellow, white or any light color. These beautiful string puppets are sure to add new dimension to your wall decor, home entertainment and will make an excellent gift for children.